02 Aug
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Zero Design Studio
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Mumbai
02 Aug
Zero Design Studio
Mumbai
Job Title: Studio Head – VFX & Event Content Studio
Location: Mumbai (Malad West)
Experience: 10–15+ Years
Industry Preference: VFX, Corporate Events, Experiential Marketing
About the Role
We are looking for a highly experienced Studio Head to lead our VFX and Event Content Studio. The ideal candidate will come from a strong VFX, animation, or motion graphics background with a deep understanding of creating large-format visual content for corporate events, exhibitions, conferences, product launches, and immersive experiences.
The Studio Head will be responsible for overseeing the creative and production pipeline, ensuring world-class quality, efficient resource planning, timely project delivery, and mentoring multidisciplinary teams including Concept, 2D, Motion Graphics, 3D, AI, Unreal, and Technical artists.
Key ResponsibilitiesStudio Leadership
- Lead and manage the entire content studio, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
- Build a high-performance creative culture with strong ownership and accountability.
- Define studio workflows, SOPs, and quality benchmarks.
- Drive innovation by introducing current creative technologies and production methodologies.
Creative Direction
- Review concepts, storyboards, mood boards, style frames, and animations.
- Ensure all visual outputs meet international creative standards.
- Guide teams in creating engaging visual storytelling for large-format LED screens, projection mapping, immersive installations, and experiential campaigns.
- Collaborate with Concept and Client Servicing teams to transform client briefs into impactful visual experiences.
Production & Delivery
- Oversee end-to-end execution from briefing to final delivery.
- Manage production schedules, milestones, and resource allocation.
- Ensure all projects are delivered on time without compromising quality.
- Monitor rendering, QC, revisions, and final output for multiple resolutions and screen formats.
Event Content Management
- Understand event show flows, cue sheets, scripting, and stage dynamics.
- Coordinate with production teams for content testing and on-site execution.
- Ensure content is optimized for LED walls, projection mapping, anamorphic displays, kinetic installations, and interactive experiences.
- Support rehearsals, technical run-throughs, and live show execution when required.
Team Management
- Lead multidisciplinary teams including: concept designers, storyboard artists, motion designers, 3D artists, VFX artists, AI artists, video editors
- Conduct regular reviews, mentoring, performance evaluations, and skill development sessions.
- Identify hiring needs and build a strong creative talent pipeline.
Client Collaboration
- Participate in client presentations and creative discussions.
- Translate client expectations into executable creative solutions.
- Present creative ideas with confidence and professionalism.
- Manage revisions while maintaining creative integrity.
Innovation & Technology
- Drive adoption of AI-assisted workflows.
- Explore emerging technologies including: Unreal Engine, virtual production, real-time rendering, generative AI,
interactive Content, XR / AR / VR Experiences
- Continuously improve production efficiency through automation and new tools.
Financial & Operational Management
- Plan studio manpower and capacity utilization.
- Monitor project profitability and resource efficiency.
- Optimize outsourcing and vendor management.
- Ensure adherence to project budgets and timelines.
Required SkillsTechnical
- Advanced understanding of VFX pipelines and post-production workflows.
- Strong knowledge of Motion Graphics and Broadcast Design.
- Expertise in 3D visualization and animation pipelines.
- Understanding of LED content creation, anamorphic visuals, and immersive media.
- Knowledge of rendering pipelines and optimization.
Software Knowledge
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Blender / Cinema 4D / 3ds Max
- Unreal Engine (preferred)
- AI tools (Midjourney, Runway, Kling, ChatGPT, Adobe Firefly, etc.)
Preferred Experience
- VFX Studios, Animation Studios, Corporate Event Agencies, Experiential Marketing Agencies, Immersive Experience Studios, Media & Entertainment
- 10–15+ years of experience in VFX, animation, motion graphics, or experiential content production.
- At least 5 years of experience managing large creative teams.
- Proven experience delivering content for large-scale corporate events, exhibitions, product launches, or broadcast productions.
- Strong understanding of event production, stage technology, and large-format display systems.
- Excellent leadership, client management, and decision-making skills.
- Passion for innovation, storytelling, and building a world-class creative studio.
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